Lufkin, Texas, March 25, 2026 At the 29th Annual Mission Possible: Empowering Communities Conference in Lufkin, Laura Culpepper and Constance Engelking were presented with the Spirit Award by the Stephen F. Austin State University School of Social Work. Faculty members presenting the award were Associate Professor Kristin Bailey-Wallace and DSW Director Emmerentie Oliphant. The Spirit […]
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Building Confidence and Community Through Partnership
Burke continues to expand opportunities for individuals receiving developmental disabilities services through community partnerships that promote learning, engagement, and personal growth. In April 2025, Burke staff connected with T’Wana Wilson, County Extension Agent for Family & Community Health with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Jasper County, to explore ways to provide additional programming […]
Supporting Independence and Community Participation Across East Texas
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to recognize the strengths and contributions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and highlight the importance of community participation. At Burke, our Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Program supports individuals and families across East Texas with services that promote independence, strengthen daily living skills, and expand opportunities for […]
Burke Updates Notice of Privacy Practices to Reflect New Federal Regulations
Burke has updated its Notice of Privacy Practices to align with recent federal regulatory changes governing the protection and disclosure of substance use treatment information. These updates ensure that Burke remains compliant with federal requirements while continuing to safeguard the privacy and confidentiality of the individuals we serve. The revised notice explains how protected health […]
Burke Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget
The proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026 outlines projected revenues and expenses totaling $45.5 million, demonstrating Burke’s ongoing commitment to providing comprehensive behavioral health and developmental disability services to our counties. Proposed FY 2026 Budget
Burke’s Anne Bondesen Receives 2024 Shining Star Award
[Lufkin, Texas] — Burke’s Anne Bondesen has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Shining Star Award from the Texas Health and Human Services Community Resource Coordination Group (CRCG) Team. The award recognizes her exceptional contributions to the Houston and Trinity Counties CRCG, which is dedicated to serving children and youth in these regions of East […]
